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Irvine, California - United States
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TECHNICAL ARTIST - ANIMATION

Description

Blizzard Entertainment is seeking an exceptionally skilled technical animator to join us in creating Heroes of the Storm.

Your charge will be to forge rigs for our roster of Blizzard Heroes.  You will help animators turn fresh character models into living, breathing warriors in game.  You will be the guardian of quality by being the caretaker of these characters until they are finished and released.

Our ideal candidate has experience rigging on one or more successful AAA console and / or PC games.  We are looking for someone with extensive experience with 3D animation tools, great collaboration skills, and a passion for Blizzard games.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Knowledge of rigging in 3D content creation software, such as 3ds Max or Maya
  • Strong technical background and a positive attitude
  • Able to communicate effectively with animators and character artists
  • Detail-oriented problem solving ability
  • Previous game production experience
  • Passion for playing and making computer games, especially game styles relevant to Heroes of the Storm
PLUSES
  • Knowledge of MaxScript, Python, or C++
  • Modeling and animation skills in 3D content creation software
  • Experience with technical simulation, such as physics or cloth
  • Knowledge, understanding, and familiarity with Blizzard Universes and Lore
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Portfolio and / or Reel demonstrating rigging ability
    • Only online artwork submissions will be accepted (e.g. website, blog, or online album)
  • An art or tech test may be required



Equal Opportunity Employer: Blizzard Entertainment Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated again on the basis of disability.

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